Internships
Our High School Internship Program provides a variety of practical experiences to high school age youth or recent graduates at locations operated by the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies: the Wynn Nature Center, the Peterson Bay Field Station, and Inspiration Ridge Preserve.
The program has been designed to help students gain skills in the areas of scientific monitoring, nature interpretation and teaching, public relations, or gardening. This internship is open to rising high school juniors, seniors, and recent graduates with a strong interest in marine science, indigenous studies, gardening, land stewardship, and education.
In addition, in partnership with the CORaL Network, we offer the Community Coastal Experience for adults ages 18 and up to explore career and internship pathways in marine science, archaeology, cultural history, and more.
Learn more about our professional development and internship opportunities below.
High School Internship Program
Start your application and learn more about our internship program by downloading the application below. Applications are due in April each year.
Community Coastal Experience
In partnership with the CORaL Network, we offer the Community Coastal Experience for adults ages 18 and up to explore career and internship pathways in marine science, archaeology, cultural history, and more.
This five-week experience allows participants to connect with specialists in long-term research and monitoring, mariculture, archaeology, restoration, wildlife response, science communication, community-based science, and place-based education in Southcentral Alaska.
Our locations
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Inspiration Ridge Preserve
Traverse rolling trails and summer wildflower meadows with stunning views of Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, and witness the wonder of the sandhill crane migration. Ten miles of trails provide access to a mosaic of forests, bogs, meadows, ponds, and creeks.
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Peterson Bay Field Station
Immerse yourself in the wonders of intertidal life.
Situated on the southern shore of Kachemak Bay and accessible by boat from Homer, the Field Station provides access to remote wilderness teeming with wildlife.
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Wynn Nature Center
Explore the beauty of the boreal forest. Search for upland and forest birds along more than five miles of trail, including viewing platforms, an interpretive center, and ADA-accessible boardwalks. Visitors of all abilities are provided opportunities to explore Wynn Nature Center while discovering local flora and fauna.
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Yurt on the Spit
Launch your intertidal discoveries on the Homer Harbor Docks. Meet at the Yurt on the Spit for intertidal tours and departures to the Peterson Bay Field Station.
Guided tours provide visitors a chance to encounter octopus, sea stars, harbor seals, sea otters, and a myriad of land and seabirds.
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Headquarters
Learn about our guided nature tours and educational experiences for all ages. Discover ways to get involved with community events and volunteer opportunities. Explore displays on flora and fauna native to Kachemak Bay, and browse our gift shop.
Visitors are welcome Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
